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Karlsruher Institut für Technologie
Master German + English Engineering

Materials Science and EngineeringMaterials Science and Engineering (MSc)

Master of Science (M.Sc.)

About the Program

The master's degree program in Materials Science and Engineering combines technology with natural science in the search for ever better or even new materials and substances. The integration into the engineering sciences enables an overall view from the atomic structure to process technology through to application in a specific product. In the master's degree program, you will deepen the knowledge gained in a relevant bachelor's degree and can deepen your knowledge in one or two specialist areas. The program is designed to be research-oriented and also allows you to write a master's thesis in large-scale research. The program structure includes Materials Science Major Course (20 CP), Specialization (40 CP) in either Structural Materials, Computational Materials Science, or Functional Materials, Interdisciplinary Complementation (18 CP), and a Master's thesis (30 CP). A professional internship of at least 9 weeks must also be completed.
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The master's degree program in Materials Science and Engineering combines technology with natural science in the search for ever better or even new materials and substances. The integration into the engineering sciences enables an overall view from the atomic structure to process technology through to application in a specific product. In the master's degree program, you will deepen the knowledge gained in a relevant bachelor's degree and can deepen your knowledge in one or two specialist areas. The program is designed to be research-oriented and also allows you to write a master's thesis in large-scale research. The program structure includes Materials Science Major Course (20 CP), Specialization (40 CP) in either Structural Materials, Computational Materials Science, or Functional Materials, Interdisciplinary Complementation (18 CP), and a Master's thesis (30 CP). A professional internship of at least 9 weeks must also be completed.

General Requirements

Specific requirements for this program are not in our database yet. The following are typical for this degree and language in Germany — always verify the exact requirements on the program's official page.

Academic qualification

A recognised Bachelor's degree in a related field; some programs require a minimum grade or specific prerequisites.

Language

Depending on your chosen track: German at C1 (DSH-2/TestDaF) or English (IELTS ~6.5 / TOEFL iBT ~90).

Typical documents

  • Recognised diploma and transcript (certified translations)
  • Language certificate
  • Passport and passport photo
  • Tabular CV (Lebenslauf)
  • Letter of motivation (for many programs)
  • Application via uni-assist / VPD (for most international applicants)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Materials Science and Engineering at Karlsruher Institut für Technologie

Is Materials Science and Engineering at Karlsruher Institut für Technologie taught in German or English?

This Master programme is taught in German + English. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.

How much does the Materials Science and Engineering programme cost?

No tuition fee (only semester contribution). International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.

What are the admission requirements for Materials Science and Engineering at Karlsruher Institut für Technologie?

Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (German + English), and (for non-EU applicants) a uni-assist application plus financial proof (Sperrkonto ~11.904 EUR/year).

When is the application deadline?

Application deadlines vary: winter semester usually closes on 15 July, summer semester on 15 January. Always confirm the exact deadline on the official university website.

Can I work in Germany while studying Materials Science and Engineering?

Yes. International students may work up to 140 full days / 280 half days per year without additional permission. After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.

How do I apply to Karlsruher Institut für Technologie — directly or via uni-assist?

Most German universities accept international applications through uni-assist for document verification. Some unis accept direct applications — check the programme page on the official site.

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